Position Details
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Shift: Day shift with early start (around 5:00 AM) to overlap with India team, as needed
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Schedule: Hybrid – minimum 3 days onsite per week (based on business needs)
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Location: Phoenix, AZ
Role Overview
The HR Project Management Specialist will report directly to the HR Services Director and play a critical role in driving successful execution of HR initiatives. This position partners with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget, and aligned with business objectives particularly in support of Oracle HCM initiatives for Aerospace Technologies.
Key Responsibilities
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Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success measures in collaboration with stakeholders
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Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, timelines, and budgets
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Monitor project progress, identify risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies
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Lead and coordinate User Acceptance Testing (UAT), including test case development and execution
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Deliver Oracle HCM projects on scope, on budget, and on schedule
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Manage project execution and closure in alignment with *** project methodology
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Establish and operate governance and management systems to control assigned projects
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Identify required resources and structure effective project setups
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Manage project constraints related to cost, time, scope, and quality
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Present project status, risks, and milestones to Steering Committees and in MOS reviews
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Proactively manage escalations and track realization of project benefits
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Lead cross-functional teams (HR, IT, Finance, and business stakeholders) without direct reporting authority
Required Qualifications
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Minimum 5 years of experience in HR project management or a related role
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Proven track record of successfully delivering HR projects
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Strong project management skills, including planning, organizing, and prioritization
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Demonstrated ability to influence and lead teams without direct authority
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Experience driving change and managing complex, cross-functional initiatives
Preferred Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in IT, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field (Master's preferred)
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Experience managing HR systems and tools
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Hands-on expertise with Oracle HCM or equivalent ERP platforms
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PMP, Green Belt, or similar certification
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Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
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Experience leading large-scale, global HR projects
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Proficiency with Vision, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project
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Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and PII data securely
Prescreen Questions
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Do you have at least 5 years of experience managing HR projects, including system implementations or upgrades (such as Oracle HCM)?
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Can you describe your experience leading cross-functional teams without direct authority and how you ensured project success?
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Are you able to work a hybrid schedule in Phoenix, AZ, with an early start (around 5:00 AM) to overlap with global teams as needed?
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